The Pediatric Surgery Division at Makassed General Hospital provides high-quality diagnostics, treatment, and surgery for children, from birth to age 18. As an integral part of the Department of Surgery, our division is also committed to a forward-thinking environment that fosters cutting-edge research on both national and international levels.
A Focus on Minimally Invasive & Compassionate Care We understand that performing surgery on children requires special consideration of their unique emotional and disease-related needs. For this reason, our expert surgeons prioritize minimally invasive surgical techniques whenever possible to ensure a gentler approach, less discomfort, and a faster recovery for our young patients.
Expertise in Neonatal Surgery Our division provides highly specialized care for the most fragile newborns. Neonatal surgery is performed on infants with congenital conditions that require immediate or early surgical intervention after birth. Our skilled pediatric surgeons are experienced in operating on critically ill and premature babies to correct developmental issues.
Some of the neonatal conditions we treat include:
Anorectal malformations: Birth defects where the anus and rectum do not develop properly.
Annular pancreas: A rare condition where excess pancreatic tissue obstructs the small intestine.
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia: A hole in the diaphragm allowing abdominal organs into the chest.
Esophageal Atresia & Tracheoesophageal fistula: Malformations or abnormal connections of the esophagus and trachea.
Gastroschisis: A defect of the abdominal wall where intestines are outside the body.
Congenital Heart Defects: Including heart valve disorders and other structural issues.
Hirschsprung’s disease: A large intestine condition causing difficult bowel movements.
Intestinal Blockages: Including intestinal atresia.
Lung lesions and tumors: Such as congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM).
Necrotizing enterocolitis: A serious intestinal condition common in premature infants.